Rusty Rabbit Release Date Confirmed: NetEase Games' Quirky Metroidvania Coming to Nintendo Switch in April 2025

NetEase Games and NITRO PLUS have officially announced that the highly anticipated action platformer Rusty Rabbit will debut on Nintendo Switch on April 17, 2025.

Building on its widespread enthusiasm following earlier showcases, Rusty Rabbit is set to offer Nintendo Switch fans a truly distinctive Metroidvania experience, blending an offbeat narrative with refined gameplay mechanics. At its heart, Rusty Rabbit follows Stamp, a grizzled, tough-talking rabbit with a penchant for chomping on carrots—a detail that’s as tongue-in-cheek as it is representative of the game’s humor.

Players pilot Stamp through an expansive, maze-like world aboard a customizable mech, reminiscent of classic Nintendo titles that blend humor with action.

Acclaimed writer Gen Urobuchi, renowned for his work on acclaimed anime series such as Puella Magi Madoka Magica and Psycho-Pass, brings his distinct narrative flair to the project, promising a plot that is both bold and quirky. Stamp’s character is given additional gravitas by the voice talents of the actor behind Kazuma Kiryu from the Yakuza series, available in both Japanese and English.

This unique casting sets a tone for the adventure, which is set on a post-apocalyptic Earth overtaken by sentient rabbits who idolize the Peter Rabbit stories—a clever nod sure to be appreciated by pop culture aficionados.

Stamp embarks on a personal quest to reconnect with his estranged daughter after discovering her old D-TAM recording device on Smokestack Mountain, the game’s atmospheric setting.

The story combines comedic elements with emotional depth, a hallmark of Gen Urobuchi’s collaborative projects. Gameplay in Rusty Rabbit remains true to the Metroidvania genre, offering players sprawling levels brimming with secrets, gear upgrades, and intensely challenging bosses.

As Stamp drills through various mountain biomes, he collects scraps and resources used to upgrade his mech and tools back in the central hub village.

In addition to hand-crafted story segments, procedurally generated dungeons add replayability and variety, ensuring every run feels fresh. Since its announcement, Rusty Rabbit has drawn attention for its juxtaposition of cute, fluffy characters and a gritty, post-apocalyptic tone—a combination that stands out even within the crowded Metroidvania market on Nintendo Switch.

NetEase Games, partnering with NITRO PLUS, continues to push narrative and design boundaries, delivering a title that is as unconventional as it is engaging. Rusty Rabbit is set to launch digitally on the Nintendo eShop on April 17, 2025, ensuring easy accessibility for Nintendo Switch owners.

For fans of genre-bending narratives and inventive gameplay, this title marks a notable addition to the system’s extensive library.

Stay tuned for more updates on Rusty Rabbit as its release date approaches.

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